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operate in a locale where such regulations ex-
ist, you are legally responsible for maintaining
the operating condition of these parts. Failure
to do so is a violation of the law. For normal
homeowner use, the muffler and spark arrest-
ing screen will not require any service. After
50 hours of use, we recommend that your
muffler be serviced or replaced by your Au-
thorized Service Dealer.
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents for the following:
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brushcutter
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blade shield screws (4)
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cupped washer
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large nut for installing blade
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long hex wrench
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metal shield
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plastic shield
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shoulder strap with warning
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weed blade
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trimmer head (assembled on unit)
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handlebar (assembled on unit)
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container of oil
Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-
aged parts.
NOTE:
If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, call 1-800-554-6723.
It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty
fuel tank.
Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal
due to carburetor adjustments and testing done
by the manufacturer.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Always stop unit and dis-
connect spark plug before performing any as-
sembly procedures.
WARNING:
Make sure your unit is
properly assembled and all fasteners are se-
cure.
TOOLS REQUIRED
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Hex wrench (provided)
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Adjustable wrench
ADJUST AND SECURE THE HAN-
DLEBAR
DANGER:
During blade usage, the
barrier portion of the handlebar must be ad-
justed and remain installed as shown to pro-
vide a barrier between operator and the spin-
ning blade. The handlebar clamp must be
positioned between the arrows on the handle-
bar decal.
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Lift handlebar to upright position.
Handlebar
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Rotate handlebar/clamp counterclockwise
toward engine until clamp falls into groove
of base.
Handlebar
Handlebar
Clamp
Clamp
Knob
Clamp
Base
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Place the handlebar in a comfortable oper-
ating position.
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Retighten handlebar by turning clamp knob
clockwise until handlebar is secure and sta-
tionary in clamp base (clamp knob can not
be overtightened).
ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER STRAP
WARNING:
Proper shoulder strap
and handlebar adjustments before starting the
engine are required.
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Try on shoulder strap and adjust for fit and
balance before starting the engine or begin-
ning a cutting operation.
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Insert your right arm and head through the
shoulder strap and allow it to rest on your
left shoulder. Make sure the danger sign is
on your back and the hook is to the right
side of your waist.
NOTE:
A one-half twist is built in the shoulder
strap to allow the strap to rest flat on the shoul-
der.
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Adjust the strap, allowing the hook to be
about 6 inches below the waist.
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Fasten the strap hook to the clamp located
between the trigger handle and the handle-
bar clamp base and lift the tool to the oper-
ating position.
CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT
You can configure your unit using a cutting
head for grass and light weeds, or a weed
blade for cutting grass, weeds, and brush up
to 1/2 inch in diameter. To assemble your unit,
go to the section for the desired configuration
and follow the instructions.
